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Lesser-known firms set to make a mark in oil and gas sector

Lesser-known firms set to make a mark in oil and gas sector

Rediff.com22 Jun 2021

India may soon see a new set of oil barons with lesser-known companies venturing into crude oil and natural gas production. These new kids on the block have come up through a mix of entrepreneurial grit and backing from oil industry veterans. Nippon Power, South Asia Consultancy, PFH (Poddar Family Holdings) Resources and Chennai-based Adbhoot Estates could be the first ones to start production from blocks awarded during the first round of Discovered Small Field (DSF-1) auctions. Adbhoot is in a 50:50 joint venture with the Bombay Stock Exchange-listed Hindustan Oil Exploration Company that has some five oil producing assets and over 10 blocks across the country.

Afghanistan, terror sanctuaries in Pak on agenda for Blinken's India visit

Afghanistan, terror sanctuaries in Pak on agenda for Blinken's India visit

Rediff.com25 Jul 2021

The two sides are also expected to explore ways to deepen defence collaboration, including exercises, defence transfers and technologies ahead of the next edition of the 2+2 defence and foreign ministerial dialogue to be held in the US later this year, they said.

The curious case of $1-billion SBI loan to debt ridden-Sri Lanka

The curious case of $1-billion SBI loan to debt ridden-Sri Lanka

Rediff.com31 May 2022

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on March 17 had announced that State Bank of India (SBI) would extend a term loan of $1 billion to Sri Lanka, fully guaranteed by the Indian government, and this was part of India's financial aid to the troubled island nation. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Arindam Bagchi was quoted saying by news agency PTI that the loan would be used for importing food, medicines, and other essential items. "India has always stood with the people of Sri Lanka and we will continue to extend all possible support at this juncture.

Sensex drops 110 pts; RIL, IT stocks weigh

Sensex drops 110 pts; RIL, IT stocks weigh

Rediff.com27 Nov 2020

PowerGrid was the top laggard in the Sensex pack, shedding over 2 per cent, followed by HCL Tech, ONGC, M&M, Axis Bank, TCS, Reliance Industries and Infosys. On the other hand, Asian Paints, Titan, Tata Steel, Bajaj Finance and Bajaj Auto were among the gainers.

Sitharaman to unveil Rs 20 lakh cr stimulus at 4 pm

Sitharaman to unveil Rs 20 lakh cr stimulus at 4 pm

Rediff.com13 May 2020

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will address a press conference in New Delhi at 4 pm on Wednesday. The information regarding the press conference by the Union finance minister was given through a tweet by the ministry of finance in the morning.

Sensex tanks 580 pts; Nifty drops below 12,800

Sensex tanks 580 pts; Nifty drops below 12,800

Rediff.com19 Nov 2020

SBI was the top laggard in the Sensex pack, tumbling around 5 per cent, followed by Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, UltraTech Cement, Bajaj Finance, HDFC Bank and Bharti Airtel. On the other hand, PowerGrid, ITC, NTPC, Tata Steel and Titan were among the gainers.

Sensex snaps 3-session slide with 639-point leap

Sensex snaps 3-session slide with 639-point leap

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

Tech Mahindra was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, jumping over 5 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finance, Bharti Airtel, Bajaj Finserv, L&T, Tata Steel and Infosys. NSE Nifty surged 191.95 points to 15,824.05.

Singapore startup Zilingo sacks CEO Ankiti Bose after forensic audit

Singapore startup Zilingo sacks CEO Ankiti Bose after forensic audit

Rediff.com20 May 2022

Singapore-based fashion technology startup Zilingo on Friday said it has sacked Indian-origin co-founder and CEO Ankiti Bose following an independent forensic audit into complaints of serious financial irregularities. On March 31, Bose was placed under suspension following complaints of alleged discrepancies in the company accounts. "Following an investigation led by an independent forensics firm that was commissioned to look into complaints of serious financial irregularities, the company has decided to terminate Ankiti Bose's employment with cause, and reserves the right to pursue appropriate legal action," Zilingo said in a statement.

India plays 26/11 plotter Sajid Mir's audio at UN anti-terror meet in Mumbai

India plays 26/11 plotter Sajid Mir's audio at UN anti-terror meet in Mumbai

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

In the audio clip, he is heard directing the attack on Chabad House during Mumbai 26/11 terror attacks.

India's bond slump worse than others, issuance value down 10.1%

India's bond slump worse than others, issuance value down 10.1%

Rediff.com19 Apr 2022

Indian issuers are borrowing lesser through bonds compared to their global peers. The total value of bond issuances was down 10.1 per cent on a rolling 4-quarter basis in March 2022, compared to a similar period in March 2019, shows an analysis of data from tracker Refinitiv, a London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) business. The four quarters ended March 2019 marked the last full financial year before the pandemic took hold.

Sensex in green for 3rd straight day; ends up 257 points

Sensex in green for 3rd straight day; ends up 257 points

Rediff.com7 May 2021

HDFC was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, spurting over 2 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finserv, M&M, NTPC, Bharti Airtel, UltraTech Cement and ONGC. NSE Nifty rose 98.35 points to 14,823.15.

Sensex, Nifty scale fresh peaks; bank, IT stocks shine

Sensex, Nifty scale fresh peaks; bank, IT stocks shine

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Axis Bank was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rallying over 6 per cent, followed by HDFC, IndusInd Bank, TCS, Asian Paints, Titan, HCL Tech and ICICI Bank. On the other hand, ONGC, Bajaj Finance, NTPC, M&M and Reliance Industries were among the laggards.

Sensex rallies 558 pts on gains in RIL, HDFC Bank and L&T

Sensex rallies 558 pts on gains in RIL, HDFC Bank and L&T

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

L&T was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising over 3 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finance, Reliance Industries, IndusInd Bank, SBI and HDFC Bank. NSE Nifty surged 168.05 points to 14,653.05.

What To Check Before Studying Abroad

What To Check Before Studying Abroad

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

While most universities and colleges are genuine about what they offer, applicants need to verify the claims to check for authenticity and red flags if any, alerts Piyush Kumar, regional director, (South Asia), IDP Education, an overseas education consultancy.

Why Has RBI Scrapped Polymer Currency Notes Idea?

Why Has RBI Scrapped Polymer Currency Notes Idea?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2022

The RBI has shelved its plan for polymer notes more than a decade after it invited interest from global manufacturers for one billion pieces of Rs 10 denomination polymer banknotes, reveals Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Sensex rebounds; zooms 429 points at close

Sensex rebounds; zooms 429 points at close

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

On the Sensex chart, Bajaj Finance, HUL, RIL, ONGC and HDFC emerged as the top gainers.

Sensex falls 215 points in volatile trade post RBI policy

Sensex falls 215 points in volatile trade post RBI policy

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Equity benchmarks extended their decline for the fourth straight session on Wednesday, with the Sensex falling 214.85 points after the Reserve Bank raised the key interest rate by 50 basis points. Continuous foreign fund outflows and surging crude oil prices also weighed on markets. The 30-share BSE benchmark dropped 214.85 points or 0.39 per cent to settle at 54,892.49.

Sensex rallies 347 pts to end at fresh peak; Nifty tops 13,350 for first time

Sensex rallies 347 pts to end at fresh peak; Nifty tops 13,350 for first time

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

Bharti Airtel was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising around 3 per cent, followed by HUL, HDFC, ITC, IndusInd Bank, SBI, Sun Pharma, ONGC, Tech Mahindra, L&T and Asian Paints. On the other hand, Kotak Bank, Nestle India, Tata Steel, Bajaj Finance and HDFC Bank were among the laggards.

Sensex tanks 746 points; Nifty ends below 14,375

Sensex tanks 746 points; Nifty ends below 14,375

Rediff.com22 Jan 2021

Axis Bank was the top loser in the Sensex pack, shedding over 4 per cent, followed by Asian Paints, SBI, IndusInd Bank, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finance, HDFC and Reliance. On the other hand, Bajaj Auto, Hindustan Unilever, UltraTech Cement, TCS, Bajaj Finserv and Infosys were the gainers.

Banks to witness spike in credit costs, NPAs in 2020

Banks to witness spike in credit costs, NPAs in 2020

Rediff.com6 Apr 2020

While banks are not as exposed as the corporate sector during the initial stage of the pandemic, the strain on lenders could ultimately be profound. Banks face a second-order hit compared with the corporate and household sectors.

Indian election only one of at least four important elections in Asia

Indian election only one of at least four important elections in Asia

Rediff.com11 Apr 2014

Indonesia, Turkey and Afghanistan also see important polls in the seven short weeks between end-March and mid-May, says Shankar Acharya

Sensex drops 273 pts on sell-off in pharma, bank stocks

Sensex drops 273 pts on sell-off in pharma, bank stocks

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

Equity benchmark Sensex tumbled over 273 points on Tuesday, tracking losses in index majors Reliance Industries, Dr Reddy's and Axis Bank amid a massive selloff in Chinese markets. Despite opening on a positive note, the 30-share BSE index turned red to end 273.51 points or 0.52 per cent lower at 52,578.76, while the broader NSE Nifty fell 78 points or 0.49 per cent to 15,746.45. Dr Reddy's was the top loser in the Sensex pack, plunging over 10 per cent, after the company reported s 36 per cent decline in consolidated net profit at Rs 380.4 crore for the quarter ended June 30, 2021, on account of higher expenses.

Rupee, Asia's worst performing currency, in a free fall!

Rupee, Asia's worst performing currency, in a free fall!

Rediff.com21 Nov 2011

The rupee plunged to nearly 33-month low of sub-52 level after losing a whopping 81 paise against the United States currency on sustained dollar demand amid weak trends in stock markets and deepening euro-debt crisis.

Sensex breaches 50k-mark, ends lower on profit-booking

Sensex breaches 50k-mark, ends lower on profit-booking

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

ONGC was the top loser in the Sensex pack, shedding 4 per cent, followed by Bharti Airtel, SBI, IndusInd Bank, NTPC, Sun Pharma and ITC. On the other hand, Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Auto, Reliance, Bajaj Finserv and Asian Paints were among the gainers.

Sensex drops 470 points; Nifty slips below 9K

Sensex drops 470 points; Nifty slips below 9K

Rediff.com13 Apr 2020

Bajaj Finance was the top laggard in the Sensex pack, slumping over 10 per cent, followed by M&M, Titan, Hero MotoCorp, ICICI Bank and Tech Mahindra. On the other hand, L&T, Bharti Airtel, IndusInd Bank, UltraTech Cements and NTPC were among the gainers.

After gyrating over 721 points, Sensex ends in red

After gyrating over 721 points, Sensex ends in red

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

M&M was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rallying around 6 per cent, followed by SBI, ITC, NTPC, Bharti Airtel and ONGC. On the other hand, Bajaj Finance, HDFC, Bajaj Finserv, Titan, Sun Pharma and Dr Reddy's were among the laggards. NSE Nifty inched up 1.40 points to its fresh closing record of 14,564.85.

Sensex, Nifty erase early gains, end in red

Sensex, Nifty erase early gains, end in red

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

On the Sensex chart, UltraTech Cement, HCL Tech, HDFC, Tech Mahindra, HDFC Bank and HUL emerged as the major laggards -- falling as much as 4.7 per cent. NSE Nifty dropped 63.05 points to end at 14,296.40.

Is Nirmalaji's Economic Optimism Warranted?

Is Nirmalaji's Economic Optimism Warranted?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

The government's programmes should be expected to generate some momentum, but the macro-economic numbers are not encouraging, observes T N Ninan.

Sensex rallies 308 points to end at lifetime high

Sensex rallies 308 points to end at lifetime high

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

TCS was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising around 2 per cent, followed by ONGC, SBI, L&T, Infosys, HCL Tech, ICICI Bank and Axis Bank. The broader NSE Nifty surged hit a record high of 14,109.40.

In one of worst daily falls, Sensex tanks 1,939 points

In one of worst daily falls, Sensex tanks 1,939 points

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

Equity benchmark Sensex tanked over 1,000 points in the opening session on Friday tracking losses in index majors ICICI Bank, HDFC twins and Reliance Industries amid a negative trend in global markets.

Losses in index heavyweights pull Sensex down 465 points

Losses in index heavyweights pull Sensex down 465 points

Rediff.com4 May 2021

Dr Reddy's was the top loser in the Sensex pack, shedding around 2 per cent, followed by Reliance Industries, Sun Pharma, HDFC twins, Infosys, M&M and PowerGrid. NSE Nifty slumped 137.65 points to 14,496.50.

Sensex makes a sharp U-turn to finish 64 points lower

Sensex makes a sharp U-turn to finish 64 points lower

Rediff.com3 May 2021

Titan was the top loser in the Sensex pack, shedding over 4 per cent, followed by IndusInd Bank, Reliance Industries, Axis Bank, Kotak Bank, ONGC, ITC and ICICI Bank. NSE Nifty closed 3.05 points higher at 14,634.15.

Sensex surges 224 pts to finish at record peak; Nifty tops 13,700

Sensex surges 224 pts to finish at record peak; Nifty tops 13,700

Rediff.com17 Dec 2020

HDFC was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising around 3 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finance, HDFC Bank, IndusInd Bank, PowerGrid, UltraTech Cement, TCS, Tech Mahindra and L&T. On the other hand, ONGC, Maruti, Tata Steel, HUL, Bajaj Auto and Sun Pharma were among the laggards.

Want Stronger Rupee? Manage The Economy

Want Stronger Rupee? Manage The Economy

Rediff.com12 Jul 2022

India's politicians need to do a better job of managing the economy: Inflation control, productivity improvement, etc, asserts T N Ninan.

Sensex jumps 260 points on gains in index majors

Sensex jumps 260 points on gains in index majors

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

TCS was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, rising around 4 per cent, followed by ONGC, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Dr Reddy's, HDFC and HCL Tech. NSE Nifty advanced 76.65 points to 14,581.45.

Pak continues to remain on FATF 'Grey List'

Pak continues to remain on FATF 'Grey List'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2021

The global agency said there are "serious deficiencies" on the part of the country in checking terror-financing and it lacks an effective system to deal with it.

Olympic boxing qualifiers in Wuhan NIXED!

Olympic boxing qualifiers in Wuhan NIXED!

Rediff.com22 Jan 2020

Qualifying boxing matches for Asia and Oceania for the 2020 Olympic Games have been cancelled due to fears over the new flu-like coronavirus

Cash-strapped Afghanistan on verge of economic collapse

Cash-strapped Afghanistan on verge of economic collapse

Rediff.com17 Sep 2021

The IMF and World Bank have stopped loans, and the FATF warned its 39 member nations to block Taliban assets.

Social media platforms now toolkits of terror groups: Jaishankar

Social media platforms now toolkits of terror groups: Jaishankar

Rediff.com29 Oct 2022

He said despite efforts by the UN, the threat of terrorism is only growing and expanding, particularly in Asia and Africa.

Sensex ends above 44,000-mark for 1st time; Nifty tops 12,900

Sensex ends above 44,000-mark for 1st time; Nifty tops 12,900

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

M&M was the top gainer in the Sensex pack, soaring over 10 per cent, followed by L&T, IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Finserv, SBI, Bajaj Finance, ICICI Bank and Kotak Bank. On the other hand, HUL, ITC, Titan TCS and Bharti Airtel were among the losers.